Daghha

A Bright Gazan Salad

Daghha is a classic Gazan salad with a bold, unique taste, enhanced by the aromatic warmth of dill seeds. This distinctive spice with its signature depth is a defining element of Gazan cuisine.

Sacred Cuisine’s Daghha (Gazan Salad) Recipe

Serves 6
Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 0

Ingredients:

6 medium tomatoes (about 3 cups, chopped)
5 small onions (about 1 ½ cups, diced)
1 small bunch of fresh dill (about ½ cup, chopped)
2 red chilies (about 2 tablespoons, chopped)
2 tablespoons dill seeds
Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup olive oil

Instructions:

Prepare the Tomatoes
Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a large bowl.
Grind the Aromatics
Using a mortar and pestle, finely grind the chili, dill seeds, and a pinch of salt until they
form a paste. Add this mixture to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Chop the Dill and Onions
Finely chop the fresh dill and onions, then add them to the bowl.
Season and Mix
Add the salt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Stir everything together until well combined.
Adjust to Taste, Serve
& Enjoy
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve with fresh bread or as a side dish!